HMD Luma vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The HMD Luma (2026) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 32/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Luma doesn't; the HMD Luma is noticeably lighter (198g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Luma
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes HMD Luma better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 235g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Luma vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 60 points higher (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Luma (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Luma notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Luma | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.5×8.7 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
HMD Luma
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Luma
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Luma
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Luma
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (100/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Luma (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (100/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Luma notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma by 60 points (92/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Luma and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The HMD Luma has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Luma over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.